Children's author Anne Bustard on her favorite picture book biographies and a few collected biographies, too, birthday by birthday.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

January 17 Birthday: Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali, athlete
Jan. 17, 1942-

I Shook Up the World: The Incredible Life of Muhammad Ali by Maryum Ali, illustrated by Patrick Johnson (Beyond Words Publishing, 2004)

Three-time winner of the World Heavyweight boxing championship, an Olympic gold medal and numerous other awards, Ali was born Cassius Clay, Jr. in Louisville, Kentucky. One of his most famous quotes is “Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.”

Visit the Kids section of Ali's Official Website that highlights the many accomplishments of this African-American super athlete.